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Milk thistle has anti-cancer properties for those with liver disease, hepatitis B and C December 11, 2007

Posted by healthandsurvival in Alternative, Herbal Medicine, Liver Disease.
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Milk Thistle has long been considered a waste of money by many allopathic physicians (MDs). However, this recent study may put an end to that. Milk thistle is an herb that can be purchased at just about any health food store. Ask your physician if Milk thistle is right for you. Those with Hepatitis B and C are at increased risk for liver cancer and getting the upper edge if important. The active ingredient, silibinin, apparently suppresses tumor growth.

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ScienceDaily (2007-11-15) — A research team demonstrated the significant anti-cancer effects of milk thistle. They found that the major biologically active compound of this plant, silibinin, could suppress the growth of cancerous liver cells. These scientists further studied the mechanisms of the anti-cancer effects of silibinin. Read more about it here….

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